POLITICS

'Advantage for BJP if Rahul, Priyanka campaign in K'taka'
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He said this while responding to Congress often asking "why Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are coming to Karnataka". Speaking after campaigning for Yamakanamaradi BJP candidate Basavaraja Handri, Bommai said "The May 10 Assembly election will be historic"."The double-engine government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is working for the development of the nation. Those who want development will support the double-engine government and those who don't will vote for the Congress.
Celebrations planned in Gujarat for PM's 100th 'Mann Ki Baat'
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In anticipation of the milestone, the Gujarat unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has planned special events across 19 venues in the state, for which preparations have already begun. These events will focus on the topics and individuals highlighted by Modi in the previous 99 episodes. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will honour.
Gujarat HC judge recuses from hearing Rahul Gandhi's plea
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Gandhi's appeal was mentioned before single judge Justice Gopi, who responded with "not before me" and advised the advocate to approach the acting Chief Justice of the High Court, who can assign another bench for hearing the appeal. Earlier, a sessions court in Surat had dismissed Gandhi's plea seeking suspension of his conviction.
Goa Police withdraw summon issued to CM Kejriwal in property defacement case
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"The case was heard by a division bench comprising Justices Mahesh Sonak and Valmiki Menezes of the Goa bench of the Bombay High Court on Wednesday, during which the police submitted that they are going to withdraw the summon issued to Kejriwal," Amit Palekar said.
Priyanka Gandhi appeals to Karnataka voters to 'stand with Congress'
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On her second day of tour, she continued her poignant attack on BJP. Addressing a poll rally in Sringeri of Chikkamagaluru district, Priyanka Gandhi stated, "In 1978, when Indira ji (late ex-PM Indira Gandhi, her grandmother) came to Chikkmagaluru, it was a period of struggle for her.
Gujarat HC judge recuses from hearing Rahul Gandhi's plea
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Rahul Gandhi's appeal was mentioned before single judge Justice Gopi, who responded with "not before me" and advised the advocate to approach the acting Chief Justice of the High Court, who can assign another bench for hearing the appeal. Earlier, a sessions court in Surat had dismissed Gandhi's plea seeking suspension of his conviction by the magistrate court on April 20.
India's vision for healthcare is universal, says PM Modi
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While inaugurating virtually the 6th edition of Advantage Healthcare India (AHCI) 2023 (One Earth One Health) in the national capital, Modi said that India's goal is physical, mental and social well-being for all. "True progress is people-centric. No matter how many advances are made in medical science, access must be assured to the last person at the last mile," he said.
BJP rakes up Hindu word origin row ahead of Karnataka polls
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While addressing a rally at Yamakanamaradi constituency represented by Jarikiholi, the CM said he (Jarikiholi) is playing with the feelings of the people. "We have to get votes on the developmental works that have been carried out. It is not correct to play with people's emotions," he said.
BJP betrayed Lingayats, Vokkaligas on reservation issue: Congress
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State party President D.K. Shivakumar and state in-charge Randeep Singh Surjewala addressed a joint press conference here. Shivakumar said, "Bommai government has failed to submit an affidavit defending the increase in quota of reservations. The BJP has betrayed, insulted Lingayat, Vokkaliga, SC, ST and minority communities.
Shaista managing Atiq's financial empire: Police sources
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According to police sources, Shaista has information about her husband's massive wealth and property acquired in the past four decades. "We have information that Shaista is desperately trying to hold on to the wealth and ensure that she saves it for her sons. We are now probing sources that helped the family get these properties, many of which may be 'benami'. The police carried out raids at Sallahpur and Hatwa villages of Prayagraj. Atiq Ahmed's brother Ashraf's in-laws' house is also in Sallahpur village," said a police official.
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